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The protests follow the killings of Alex Pretti, who was shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Saturday, and Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE agent on Jan. 7.
What to know about ‘National Shutdown’ protests in Connecticut after Minnesota killings
The protests follow the killings of Alex Pretti, who was shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Saturday, and Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE agent on Jan. 7.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:40 PM
The protests follow the killings of Alex Pretti, who was shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents on Saturday, and Renee Good, who was shot by an ICE agent on Jan. 7.
The "KegChup" product will be part of a limited-time sweepstakes ahead of the Patriots vs. Seahawks Super Bowl game.
Heinz to give away 114-ounce kegs of ketchup to fans ahead of Patriots-Seahawks Super Bowl
The "KegChup" product will be part of a limited-time sweepstakes ahead of the Patriots vs. Seahawks Super Bowl game.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:20 PM
The "KegChup" product will be part of a limited-time sweepstakes ahead of the Patriots vs. Seahawks Super Bowl game.
The gala event also includes "hearty small plates," an open cocktail bar as well as a silent auction.
Smokey Robinson to headline CT theater gala this spring
The gala event also includes "hearty small plates," an open cocktail bar as well as a silent auction.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:00 PM
The gala event also includes "hearty small plates," an open cocktail bar as well as a silent auction.
One Connecticut hospital ranked as one of the top 50 hospitals in the nation on Healthgrades' 2026 list.
Five Connecticut hospitals were named to 'America's 250 Best Hospitals' list, one named top 50
One Connecticut hospital ranked as one of the top 50 hospitals in the nation on Healthgrades' 2026 list.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:40 PM
One Connecticut hospital ranked as one of the top 50 hospitals in the nation on Healthgrades' 2026 list.
The class-action suit seeks damages on behalf of every person in the U.S. who bought a Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken from Costco.
Costco lied about rotisserie chicken being 'preservative free,' lawsuit says
The class-action suit seeks damages on behalf of every person in the U.S. who bought a Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken from Costco.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The class-action suit seeks damages on behalf of every person in the U.S. who bought a Kirkland Signature Seasoned Rotisserie Chicken from Costco.
Forecasters are monitoring a potential second storm that could strike Connecticut as it moves up the East Coast this weekend.
Salt, ice melt in high demand in CT amid winter storm, Sunday snow forecast, retailers say
Forecasters are monitoring a potential second storm that could strike Connecticut as it moves up the East Coast this weekend.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:45 PM
Forecasters are monitoring a potential second storm that could strike Connecticut as it moves up the East Coast this weekend.
An official said three troopers had "alleged consensual relationships" with the security guard and one of them had sex with the person while on duty.
Connecticut trooper had sex with security guard while on duty at state building, official says
An official said three troopers had "alleged consensual relationships" with the security guard and one of them had sex with the person while on duty.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:15 PM
An official said three troopers had "alleged consensual relationships" with the security guard and one of them had sex with the person while on duty.
Several Connecticut Lottery players have won over $10,000 prizes from playing scratch games this month.
Several Connecticut Lottery players win big on scratch-offs, including two $50K prizes
Several Connecticut Lottery players have won over $10,000 prizes from playing scratch games this month.
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January 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Several Connecticut Lottery players have won over $10,000 prizes from playing scratch games this month.
The group also is calling on state legislators to limit the use of diversionary programs in cases of violent and egregious animal cruelty.
Connecticut animal advocacy group calls for tougher penalties in abuse cases
The group also is calling on state legislators to limit the use of diversionary programs in cases of violent and egregious animal cruelty.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:00 PM
The group also is calling on state legislators to limit the use of diversionary programs in cases of violent and egregious animal cruelty.
Both UConn men's and women's basketball teams must make it to their respective national championship games for the deal.
Jordan's Furniture will give away free furniture if UConn men's, women's basketball reach NCAA final
Both UConn men's and women's basketball teams must make it to their respective national championship games for the deal.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Both UConn men's and women's basketball teams must make it to their respective national championship games for the deal.
The rich, blue states we like to compare ourselves with are bleeding people to other states as badly as ever.
Dan Haar: Census numbers show a mixed picture for CT in battle for new residents
The rich, blue states we like to compare ourselves with are bleeding people to other states as badly as ever.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:30 PM
The rich, blue states we like to compare ourselves with are bleeding people to other states as badly as ever.
The company stated in its recall notice that the "foreign material" came from a flour supplier.
Gerber recalls baby snack product due to 'potential presence of foreign material'
The company stated in its recall notice that the "foreign material" came from a flour supplier.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The company stated in its recall notice that the "foreign material" came from a flour supplier.
Social media is a cost-effective way for candidates to get their names and policy proposals to the public, experts said.
Why name recognition is among the biggest challenges for CT Republicans vs. Gov. Ned Lamont
Social media is a cost-effective way for candidates to get their names and policy proposals to the public, experts said.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Social media is a cost-effective way for candidates to get their names and policy proposals to the public, experts said.
Smith dedicated "Beneath the Southern Cross" to Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were killed during confrontastions with immigration agents in Minneapolis.
Patti Smith pays tribute to Alex Pretti, Renee Good at book tour finale in New Haven
Smith dedicated "Beneath the Southern Cross" to Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were killed during confrontastions with immigration agents in Minneapolis.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Smith dedicated "Beneath the Southern Cross" to Alex Pretti and Renee Good, who were killed during confrontastions with immigration agents in Minneapolis.
J.Crew Factory Outlets is the second tenant at Westbrook Outlets to closed this month.
Clothing retailer J. Crew Factory closes in the Westbrook Factory Outlets
J.Crew Factory Outlets is the second tenant at Westbrook Outlets to closed this month.
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January 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM
J.Crew Factory Outlets is the second tenant at Westbrook Outlets to closed this month.
The sales tax rate for such meals was previously the standard 6.35%, but in 2019, the legislature added the extra percentage point.
This is why some grocery store meals in Connecticut are taxed at 7.35% — and what the tax applies to
The sales tax rate for such meals was previously the standard 6.35%, but in 2019, the legislature added the extra percentage point.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:30 AM
The sales tax rate for such meals was previously the standard 6.35%, but in 2019, the legislature added the extra percentage point.
"Ever since I was about three years old, I would declare on our kitchen table, I want to be on Broadway when I'm older. And that dream actually came true," she said.
CT 10-year-old says role in 'Stranger Things' on Broadway has 'been a dream'
"Ever since I was about three years old, I would declare on our kitchen table, I want to be on Broadway when I'm older. And that dream actually came true," she said.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM
"Ever since I was about three years old, I would declare on our kitchen table, I want to be on Broadway when I'm older. And that dream actually came true," she said.
The UConn men's basketball team is now 20-1 overall and 10-0 in Big East.
UConn men's basketball team holds off Providence, remains unbeaten in Big East play
The UConn men's basketball team is now 20-1 overall and 10-0 in Big East.
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January 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM
The UConn men's basketball team is now 20-1 overall and 10-0 in Big East.
The Huskies last met Xavier nearly two months ago in the teams' Big East opener in Cincinnati.
Why UConn coach Geno Auriemma says preparing for repeat Big East opponents is 'a real challenge'
The Huskies last met Xavier nearly two months ago in the teams' Big East opener in Cincinnati.
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January 28, 2026 at 2:00 AM
The Huskies last met Xavier nearly two months ago in the teams' Big East opener in Cincinnati.
A family in North Haven made a homemade igloo using around 400 blocks of ice.
Connecticut family creates its own rainbow igloo during winter storm weekend
A family in North Haven made a homemade igloo using around 400 blocks of ice.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:30 AM
A family in North Haven made a homemade igloo using around 400 blocks of ice.
He received a Grammy nomination for "Best Pop Vocal Album” in 2025.
'Lose Control' singer Teddy Swims coming to CT this spring
He received a Grammy nomination for "Best Pop Vocal Album” in 2025.
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January 28, 2026 at 1:00 AM
He received a Grammy nomination for "Best Pop Vocal Album” in 2025.
The chicks were bred as part of a program created to help the endangered species survive.
Endangered African penguin chicks hatch at Mystic Aquarium during weekend snowstorm
The chicks were bred as part of a program created to help the endangered species survive.
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January 28, 2026 at 12:30 AM
The chicks were bred as part of a program created to help the endangered species survive.
The complaint says the attorney general's office paid an expert witness $67,000, including $12,000 for travel, to defend one prison lawsuit.
Connecticut attorney general misrepresented costs of defending prison lawsuits, complaint says
The complaint says the attorney general's office paid an expert witness $67,000, including $12,000 for travel, to defend one prison lawsuit.
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January 28, 2026 at 12:00 AM
The complaint says the attorney general's office paid an expert witness $67,000, including $12,000 for travel, to defend one prison lawsuit.
Vigils and protests are planned for Avon, Greenwich, New London and New Haven.
'National Shutdown' over ICE killings in Minnesota planned across US, including in CT on Friday
Vigils and protests are planned for Avon, Greenwich, New London and New Haven.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:30 PM
Vigils and protests are planned for Avon, Greenwich, New London and New Haven.
Students from families making below $100,000 annually can attend Yale for free.
Yale tuition will be free for families making less than $200,000, school announces
Students from families making below $100,000 annually can attend Yale for free.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Students from families making below $100,000 annually can attend Yale for free.